1965 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Stellina | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Autobianchi | Simca |
Model | Stellina | Aronde |
Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |